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R701 NWK

1998 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

104,015 mi
Last recorded104,015 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2007
Typical for 1998 Jaguar S-type89,256 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR701 NWK
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2007 104,015 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

SLIGHT DAMAGE TO FRONT NUMBER PLATE

Pass 23 Jun 2006 90,473 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 90,473 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

How Reliable is the Jaguar S-type?

Based on 942,176 MOT tests across 62,116 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
4,736
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
62,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43,168
Brake pipe excessively corroded 20,758
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,128
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17,876
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,617
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R701 NWK is a 1998 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 89,256 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Jaguar S-type fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 43,168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R701 NWK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar S-type typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 28 years old, this Jaguar S-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R701 NWK?

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What year was R701 NWK registered?

R701 NWK is a 1998 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 8 June 1998.

Is R701 NWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R701 NWK shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R701 NWK have outstanding finance?

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